Hurricane Season is Here! The National Weather Service has predicted 11-15 named storms for 2023. Have our certified Arborist provide a thorough walk through of your property to identify any hazardous dead, dying or diseased trees to make sure you’re prepared. Call today to get on schedule! Office: (540) 720-8733 Emergency: (540) 295-4291 Office@Treetimesinc.com
Why Do We Not Use Spikes When Pruning?
People ask all the time “Why do you not use spikes when you climb to prune?”. “It appears to be easier if you climb the tree”, we always have the same reply. It causes so much damage to the bark tissue. The picture that we have attached is an example of a previously pruned tree […]
Tips For Planting Trees
Spring is coming quick, many of you have big plans on yard makeovers this season. If you’re planning on planting any trees, do your home work. This could lead to headaches and a lot of money . Please make sure you pick the correct trees. What determines “correct trees” ? Correct location…. Water line, sewer […]
TREE REMOVAL
TREE REMOVAL FAQ Q: Why Should A Tree Be Removed? A: Often a tree must be removed because it presents an immediate danger to personal safety or the safety of property. This can occur for a variety of different reasons, but will primarily be due to storm damage, pest or disease infestation, or the death […]
STUMP GRINDING AND REMOVAL
STUMP GRINDING AND REMOVAL F.A.Q. Q: Why Should A Stump Be Removed? A: Typically, a stump is removed for aesthetic reasons after the tree has been removed. However, some trees are removed due to decay, pest or disease infestation, which will be present in the stump as well. Removing the stump will remove the potential […]
Wildlife Management
Don’t Become Part Of The Statistics!
Last year we had one of the worst storms Virginia has seen in a long time. Don’t have your nightmare become a reality. For preventative measures get on our schedule to have a certified Arborist come out and evaluate your trees you have concerns about. During the January storm Tree Times had close to 60 […]
What Is Burl?
This year we have received quite a few concerned calls in Stafford and surrounding areas in regards to burl. A burl is caused by a large collection of tree cells in which they are called callus tissue. Burls are usually caused by a tree being damaged at one point in time by a disease, fungi, […]
What Is Sooty Mold?
Sooty mold is a fungal disease that grows on plants and other surfaces covered by honeydew and other sticky substances created by insects on a plant. Even though it grows on plants or trees, it does not actually infect them. Although they’re not infected, it can potentially lead to damage due to in extreme cases […]
Maple Eyespot Gall
Maple eyespot galls are bright red and yellow spots that appear on the top of the leaf. Even though it does look dangerous for the tree, it rarely affects any growth or causes any damage to the tree. It is very common to see this starting in the early part of May. To make sure […]
Mulch
Even Though we don’t provide a mulching service, we have noticed how many homeowners and landscapers have caused more damage than good to trees that they have mulched. Volcano mulching is a common thing that a lot of people practice. Correctly spreading out the mulch and making sure it is not piled on the tree […]
Hurricane Season is on the way
Get on schedule so you don’t become a part of the statistics! With saturated ground and high winds, your dead or uprooted trees have a higher possibility of making these nightmares become your reality. Get on schedule so you don’t become a part of the statistics! During severe windstorms, the full canopies on deciduous trees […]
